2222 days ago

Gondola proposed to help tourists see retreating Franz Josef Glacier

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The company behind a proposed gondola over the West Coast's Franz Josef Glacier is "cautiously positive" the project will be given the green light.

Tourism company Skyline Enterprises, which operates gondola networks in Queenstown and Rotorua, has been working on a submission to the Department of Conservation for the construction of the gondola for more than a year.

DOC will make the final decision on whether construction will go ahead after public consultation on its draft management plan for Westland Tai Poutini National Park closes on February 4.

Do you think the gondola is a good idea?

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11 hours ago

Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.

This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.

Do you think this ban is reasonable?

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Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
  • 76.5% Yes
    76.5% Complete
  • 22.7% No
    22.7% Complete
  • 0.8% Other - I'll share below
    0.8% Complete
520 votes
B
5 hours ago

Lawnmowing

Bob from Wakefield

We require some to mow some of our lawns for the next few weeks while I recuperate after surgery.

17 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.

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